Sous Chef Lead

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Location: Albermarle Barracks, Stamfordham, NE15 0RF

Salary: £14.50/hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, 5 days over 7 (including alternate weekends)
Shift Pattern: Early (06:30-14:30) and Late (10:00-18:00)

Aramark UK is looking for a talented and organised Sous Chef Lead to join our team at Albermarle Barracks. You'll play a key role in leading kitchen operations (3 kitchens on location), producing meals per shift and supporting the Head Chef.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary career with a global leader in contract catering, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

• Lead kitchen operations when the Head Chef is absent.
• Prepare meals according to recipe sheets and allergen guidelines.
• Manage food production and minimise waste.
• Receive and store deliveries using FIFO procedures.
• Allocate tasks and support kitchen staff.
• Maintain hygiene standards and carry out deep cleans.
• Ensure all team members are trained and compliant.

• Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.
• Relevant culinary qualification and minimum 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP.
• Food Hygiene Certification Level 2 (minimum)
• Trade test required as part of the interview process.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Free meals on shift, parking, uniform, safety shoes.
• Access to Employee Benefits app - online GP, supermarket discounts, and more.
• Life assurance, pension contributions, and generous holiday entitlement (with option to buy more).
• Career development and promotion opportunities.
• Apprenticeship schemes and ongoing training.

We provide world-class catering services across Defence, Judicial, Education, and private sectors. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact

Job Reference: 609987.

Internal applicants must inform their line manager before applying.